Assistant Materials Manager

Job Overview
Assistant Materials Manager

Reports to: Materials Manager

Department: Materials

Job Profile: JP00262

Job Status: Full-Time / Salary

Mobility Profile: On Location - Albuquerque, NM

Position Summary: The Assistant Materials Manager is responsible for the purchasing of production material, demand

and supply planning, purchase order requisitions, ERP purchasing, assisting in cost savings and the RMA process to

ensure the highest level of performance. This position works closely with the production team to eliminate shortages

and assist with the organization of materials. The Assistant Materials Manager also assists in growing and managing

vendor relationships to best meet needs of the facility.

Duties / Responsibilities:

• Plan, create, and expedite purchase orders as required.
• Maintain adequate stock levels while assisting the company in achieving inventory goals.
• Problem-solve and manage supply information relating to purchasing and receiving; must develop a good

working knowledge of the ERP system.

• Analyze sales order releases with respect to capacity planning and material requirements.
• Manage inventory, levels, schedules, and availability of selected items, either manufactured or purchased, to

meet production schedules.

• Review work-in-process material reviews from production floor.
• Communicate with manufacturing personnel, the purchasing department and supervisors on materials status

and production planning issues.

• Conduct continuous inventory reviews. Verify on-hand against ERP and lead time.
• Weekly follow-up of past due orders with suppliers.
• Assist in cost savings initiatives and supplier performance feedback.
• Help develop and reinforce proper inventory practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years’ prior relevant experience.
• Experience using ERP/Oracle systems and applications in a manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have experience with Microsoft office applications, specifically in Excel.
• Strong systems/process orientation with analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Must have a sense of urgency and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors and coworkers.
• Excellent project management and follow-up skills.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Work may require stooping, bending, crouching, crawling, pushing, and / or pulling.
• Must be able to communicate with others via phone, email, and in person. Must be able to exchange accurate

information with others.

• Work environment is not temperature controlled and may result in exposure to extreme temperatures.
• Work primarily involves sitting / standing, up to 4 hours at a time.

Travel Requirements:

• None

Why Clayton?

Full-time team members have the flexibility to create their own health, dental, and vision benefits package.

Clayton provides competitive 401K programs, including investment options and company matching for full and part time employees after one year to help our team members achieve their financial goals. Additional benefits include paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, and more.

As part of Clayton’s commitment to Opening Doors to a Better Life, Clayton is now providing paid time for Team Members to volunteer to causes that are meaningful to them through the Clayton Impact program.

Clayton is proud to have earned spots on the following Forbes lists: America’s Best Employers, America’s Best Employers by State, Best Employers for Diversity, Best Employers for Women.

At Clayton, we encourage holistic wellness with physical, nutritional, social, financial, spiritual and occupational programs available online or in-person for team members.

Clayton is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Clayton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person